Turning Finishing Kit

Overview

Obtain a hi-gloss scratch-free shine on a variety of contoured shapes in minutes with reusable 2" x 2" Finishing Pads! These aluminum oxide sanding pads are color-coded for easy identification of six different grits; includes 600, 800, 1500, 2400, 4000, and 12,000. Ideal for turning work and sanding stabilized woods, acrylics and all solid surface materials. Reusable pads may be rinsed or soaked when they become "loaded".

BEST ANSWER:I have used these for years on my bowls. The larger micro mesh pads work very well on the larger pieces I make and the smaller ones work best for smaller bowls.I usually sand through the grits until I get to about 600 then use these. I don't use much pressure, just enough to sand without tearing up the pads. I have never had a problem with these. The size of the bowl is the only factor

BEST ANSWER:I have used these for years on my bowls. The larger micro mesh pads work very well on the larger pieces I make and the smaller ones work best for smaller bowls.I usually sand through the grits until I get to about 600 then use these. I don't use much pressure, just enough to sand without tearing up the pads. I have never had a problem with these. The size of the bowl is the only factor

BEST ANSWER:The turning finishing kit came with two sets of 3. With yellow/green on one, orange/purple, blue/black. The six grits are perfect for acrylics and with this option you get 2 sets for lower price. I haven't ordered the micro-mesh but think that the difference (besides price) is number of pads and more grits. Frankly for my work (acrylic pens) the turning finishing kit works great and is a better deal.

BEST ANSWER:The turning finishing kit came with two sets of 3. With yellow/green on one, orange/purple, blue/black. The six grits are perfect for acrylics and with this option you get 2 sets for lower price. I haven't ordered the micro-mesh but think that the difference (besides price) is number of pads and more grits. Frankly for my work (acrylic pens) the turning finishing kit works great and is a better deal.

Reviews

These have turned into my go to finishing pads. Small enough to get into tight places and aggressive enough to not take all day to finish and gives a great finish. Last for a long time too, even after using wet.

Have been waiting to buy & use these pads for several months, and had the opportunity last night. They worked just as I had hoped. Turned a Gold Washington Pen Kit from ROCKLER, sanded up to 800 grit with paper then started using the "Pads". I turned a nice Acrylic blank and have to say, it shined as if I'd already polished! I'm very pleased with this kit and will be sure to always have one on hand for future projects. By the way, I'm a big fan on Rocklers Price Matching!

Can't say enough how good these are for doing CA glue finish on my pens. I put them in a container of water to keep them clean and then work my way through the grits. Leaves a wonderful finish even before applying any polish. When I'm done, I wipe them off and let them dry until needed for the next pen. They last a long time keeping them rinsed in water.

I originally purchased these pads for finishing my pens and they do an excellent job. But, lately, I have been building kitchen cabinets instead of making pens and have been using these pads in conjunction with Vermont Natural Coating's Poly Whey finish #20824. After spraying on the poly, I use an 800 grit pad between coats and a 1000 grit pad after the 3rd and final coat. This results in a baby skin smooth finish without swirl or scratch marks. It's quick and easy and only takes a light touch to produce excellent results. So, I get a beautifully finished cabinet that doesn't have any obnoxious oder or outgas.